The Kebbi State Government has launched its inaugural training program for 800 drivers, including both government and public transport drivers.
This initiative focuses on modern traffic rules and regulations with the aim of reducing road accidents and enhancing the safety of passengers and drivers alike.
During the event, the state Commissioner for Transport and Renewable Energy, Hon. Bala Muhammad Yauri Gagga, emphasized that Governor Nasir Idris has made the safety of lives and properties a top priority.
He mentioned that the governor has reintroduced comprehensive training for both government-employed and commercial drivers to fully educate them on traffic regulations and the importance of adhering to the law.
This training has become essential as the government prepares to relaunch and revive the Kebbi Transport Authority, which was established by law following Governor Nasir Idris’s assent.
Hon. Gagga revealed that the Ministry of Transport and Renewable Energy has taken possession of six boats for water transport along maritime communities in the state, these boats will be stationed in Zamare, Yauri, Dolekaina, Ngaski, Samanaji, and Zauro reverine areas respectively.
The Commissioner also mentioned plans to provide vehicles to members of drivers’ unions for public transport under an agreement to be finalised soon.
According to him, the unions want the government to give them money to purchase vehicles or alternatively have the privilege to give them on soft loan from the government.
Regarding recurring misunderstandings between Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIOs)/Road Safety Officers and drivers, Hon. Gagga said engagement with all parties is ongoing to resolve the issue.
The Director of the Road Traffic Department, Mallam Danlami Kanya, described the training as highly important, emphasizing that lack of knowledge on traffic rules contributes to increased accidents on our roads. Pointing out that the Department is grateful to Governor Nasir Idris for reviving the training scheme, which will help manage road transport and curb accidents considerably.
The Executive Chairman of the Kebbi State Board of Internal Revenue, Aminu Abdullahi, represented by State Licence Officer Ibrahim Abubakar Kalgo, declared the training open.
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